Best brunch in New York City
Where to brunch in New York City — neighbourhood cafés, all-day breakfast counters and weekend institutions.
Top brunch spots in New York City
12 locals' picks — neighbourhoods, price tiers and what to order.
Balthazar
$$$SoHo
Keith McNally brasserie, the brunch standard.
Order: Eggs Benedict & pastry basket
Bubby's
$$Tribeca
Home-style brunch since 1990, kid-friendly.
Order: Sour cream pancakes
Buvette
$$$West Village
Tiny Parisian bistro, no reservations.
Order: Steamed eggs & croque
Cafe Mogador
$$East Village
Tagines and shakshuka, weekend line.
Order: Moroccan eggs
Clinton St. Baking Company
$$Lower East Side
NYC's most-famed pancakes, expect a queue.
Order: Blueberry pancakes
Egg
$$Williamsburg
Brooklyn brunch institution, farm-driven menu.
Order: Eggs Rothko
Five Leaves
$$Greenpoint
Aussie-leaning brunch, corner-spot vibe.
Order: Ricotta pancakes with honeycomb
Golden Diner
$$Two Bridges
Modern diner, chef-driven brunch.
Order: Honey butter pancakes
Jack's Wife Freda
$$SoHo
All-day Mediterranean brunch, downtown classic.
Order: Green shakshuka
Russ & Daughters Cafe
$$$Lower East Side
Sit-down brunch from the appetizing icons.
Order: Smoked salmon platters
Sadelle's
$$$SoHo
Major Bowery brunch energy, mimosas flow.
Order: Tower of bagels
Sunday in Brooklyn
$$$Williamsburg
Brooklyn's brunch flagship, multi-level room.
Order: Hazelnut maple pancakes
Frequently asked
- Local favourites include our handpicked locals' list and the all-day kitchen at Katz's Delicatessen. We prioritise spots that take walk-ins or open early on weekends.